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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 25, 2011, 06:22:16 PM »
I got the cage off without further damage, I'm gonna try patch it up with gasket sealer once my gaskets come in 
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 17, 2011, 05:07:30 PM »
Well the problem is, its still stuck on there, and substantial force will be required to remove it, it seems... I tried looking on eBay, but I couldn't find anything with "zx50 reed" or "zx 50 reed". What are you searching for?
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 16, 2011, 08:28:58 AM »
Okay, this thing is slowly getting done, but I've run into a problem. I was gonna change the gasket on the reedcage, so I took the reeds off, then tried to take the reedcage off. Well its stuck to the manifold, and bits of it have chipped of in the process of trying to remove it. So I need a new reedcage now. Anyone know where I can pick one up cheap, or maybe find a used one?
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 04, 2011, 06:33:26 PM »
Nice, 29" must be pretty sweet 
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 04, 2011, 05:11:55 PM »
That my baby! 2009 Specialized RockHopper Expert, changed the brakes from some Tektro hydraulics (leaked at -10F), to some Avid BB7s (203/185 F/R), some DMR V8 pedals, XTR front shifter, and other little assorted bits. Great commuter, only hit the trails a few times (but tear up the streets for sure!)
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: February 04, 2011, 03:12:43 PM »
Yeah I think there are two bolts that hold it in place, but the hole that the bolt goes through is toast, apparently from the pump rocking back and forth too much or something...
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: January 31, 2011, 06:11:52 AM »
Alright, the Aprilia is done, and its ZX50 time! Got most of the motor cleaned up, still working on it though. Got the oil pump off, and the brass bushing and corresponding part of the oilpump are worn down so much, theres a groove in both! Any idea how this happened? I guess I'm going to have to buy a new oil pump and bushing... In the mean time, I'm working on scraping the carbon off the cylinder head.
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: December 07, 2010, 03:28:13 AM »
Okay great! Can't wait till I have time. I was working on an beater Aprilia that I also bought, and ended up tearing the stupid aircleaner box to carb rubber boot. Since when are these things made of rubber 
Theres no awesome site like Stadium Yamaha for Aprilia parts either
Theres no awesome site like Stadium Yamaha for Aprilia parts either
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zx50 / Re: Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: December 06, 2010, 07:59:45 PM »
Hey thanks for the warm welcome guys! I definately hear a leak when I turn the engine over slowly with the kick starter. The oil pump gear goes directly into the crankcase I'm guessing, so if the o-ring is worn, the air would be leaking from there? Does anyone know the size of the o-ring that fits on there? Also, what are other potential leak points beside the oil pump o-ring? The only other place I can think of would be the intake manifold. I'm sure once I get all the oil off this thing I'll be able to see what I'm dealing with a little better haha. Any known weak points of the ZX, besides the CDI when unrestricted?
Oh and as far as performance parts go, does everything (motorwise) from the Dio fit?
Thanks again!
Oh and as far as performance parts go, does everything (motorwise) from the Dio fit?
Thanks again!
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zx50 / Picked up a '02 ZX50
« on: December 06, 2010, 09:50:04 AM »
Hey all! New owner of a used ZX50 here. Picked it up for $300, knowing it had sat for a while. Got about 149xx km on the clock, but was told it ran well before it sat.
Anyway, I was originally just going to pull the carb and clean it, but when I took it apart, I discovered it was a oily mess in there. So sometime this week, I hope to take it outside, spray it with degreaser and clean it up so I can work on it a little easier. I noticed the oil pump moves around, is that normal? From reading the service manual, it would seem that its only held in with a rubber o-ring. It would seem that its been dropped quite a few times in its life as well, the brake levers ends are bent, and many of the body plastic mounting tabs are broken. I was going to try and epoxy them back on, unless anyone had a better idea for repairing them. I took apart most of the switches, as they were very gritty and sticky feeling. Any advice/comments are welcome!
A few pictures of the new scooot are in order!
Anyway, I was originally just going to pull the carb and clean it, but when I took it apart, I discovered it was a oily mess in there. So sometime this week, I hope to take it outside, spray it with degreaser and clean it up so I can work on it a little easier. I noticed the oil pump moves around, is that normal? From reading the service manual, it would seem that its only held in with a rubber o-ring. It would seem that its been dropped quite a few times in its life as well, the brake levers ends are bent, and many of the body plastic mounting tabs are broken. I was going to try and epoxy them back on, unless anyone had a better idea for repairing them. I took apart most of the switches, as they were very gritty and sticky feeling. Any advice/comments are welcome!
A few pictures of the new scooot are in order!
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